Engineering at University of South Alabama
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of South Alabama. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Alabama is in Mobile, AL.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Alabama
Online coursework is an option at University of South Alabama. Of 14,003 students, 3,884 (28%) studied exclusively online and 4,771 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of South Alabama
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Alabama’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #81 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #118 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #385 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #618 of 681 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #6 of 8 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of South Alabama
Graduates of University of South Alabama’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,474 |
| 2 years | $63,123 |
| 3 years | $73,096 |
| 4 years | $81,926 |
| 5 years | $91,820 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of South Alabama earn a median of $81,926, compared with $79,052 for all University of South Alabama graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of South Alabama comes in at $26,029.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at University of South Alabama pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Chemical Engineers | $130,903 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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